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Day 1: Ghats and Temples

Varanasi, India

8:00AM

Breakfast at Open Hand Cafe

Start your day with a hearty breakfast at Open Hand Cafe, known for its delicious vegan and organic options.
Located close to Assi Ghat, it's a short walk or rickshaw ride away.
INR 300, 1 hour

10:00AM

Assi Ghat

Head to Assi Ghat for a serene morning by the Ganges River, and take a boat ride to enjoy the view of the city.
Assi Ghat is easily reachable by foot from Open Hand Cafe.
INR 200 for boat ride, 2 hours

1:00PM

Lunch at Ksheer Sagar

Enjoy a traditional vegetarian lunch at Ksheer Sagar, offering a mix of North and South Indian dishes.
Ksheer Sagar is located near Dashashwamedh Ghat.
INR 500, 1 hour

3:00PM

Visit Kashi Vishwanath Temple

Explore one of the most famous temples in Varanasi, dedicated to Lord Shiva, and witness the evening aarti ceremony.
Kashi Vishwanath Temple is a short rickshaw ride away from Dashashwamedh Ghat.
INR 50 for special entry, 2 hours

6:00PM

Dinner at Pizzeria Vaatika Cafe

End your day with a relaxed dinner at Pizzeria Vaatika Cafe, offering wood-fired pizzas and a charming garden ambience.
Located near Assi Ghat, a short walk away.
INR 700, 1.5 hours
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Day 2: Cultural Sites and Markets

Varanasi, India

9:00AM

Breakfast at Brown Bread Bakery

Start your day with a cosy breakfast at Brown Bread Bakery, known for its baked goods and European-style coffee.
Brown Bread Bakery is located near Godowlia Chowk.
INR 400, 1 hour

11:00AM

Visit Sarnath

Explore the ancient Buddhist site of Sarnath, where Lord Buddha gave his first sermon, and visit the stupas and ruins.
Sarnath is a short drive or tuk-tuk ride from Varanasi city centre.
INR 100 for entry, 3 hours

2:00PM

Lunch at The Great Kabab Factory

Indulge in a delicious lunch with a variety of kababs and traditional Indian dishes at The Great Kabab Factory.
Located in the Mall of Varanasi, easily accessible by taxi or auto-rickshaw.
INR 800, 1.5 hours

4:00PM

Shop at Dashashwamedh Gali

Explore the bustling markets of Dashashwamedh Gali for souvenirs, textiles, and local handicrafts.
Walkable from Vishwanath Temple or take a rickshaw.
Variable, 2 hours

6:30PM

Dinner at Keshari Ruchikar

Enjoy a flavoursome dinner at Keshari Ruchikar, known for its authentic Varanasi street food and chaats.
Located near the old city area, easily reachable by rickshaw.
INR 300, 1 hour
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